Private Lessons & Coaches in Oak Forest, IL

I've been playing for over 25 years and teaching for 10 years.

I cultivate competitive baseball players with disciplined coaching and a spirited, approachable manner. I bring years of teaching experience, technical expertise in hitting, fielding and strategy, and a commitment to developing confident, disciplined athletes.

Mindset Maestro enabling and empowering athletes with the skills and tools to dominate on and off the court. I am an elite skills architect and developer in all areas and fundamentals of the game.

18 years of competitive soccer experience Played at the MLS NEXT level—the highest tier of youth soccer in the United States—for a Southern California club, competing against elite teams nationwide Coached and led multiple youth soccer camps during past summers summer Experienced in coaching players ages 5–16 at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels

Football has been my passion since early childhood. I grew up learning the basics of the game, living it every day — playing it, studying it, and enjoying every match I watched. Football is not just a sport to me; it’s a way of life. Over the years, that passion naturally evolved into coaching. I believe in developing players not only technically, but mentally and emotionally — building confidence, discipline, and love for the game. I come from Africa, where football talent runs in our blood and skills are developed instinctively from a young age. I combine that natural foundation with structured training to help young players grow, improve, and reach their full potential. Let’s build strong, smart, and confident players together.

Trinity College Dublin graduate of European Studies. I provide adaptive, strengths-based coaching for high school and undergrad students. Whether we are tackling writing, social studies, English, or German, I meet you where you're at. My expertise includes essay craft, college application strategy, and line-level editing. I thrive on helping students move from "I can't" to "I can," building confidence and critical thinking skills needed to master complex material and own your academic progress!

I am a professional basketball player that has played all around the world. I have been in many different playing styles and playing systems. I have played at the highest level in college and professionally. I want to pass the teachings that I have learned unto the next generation.

Guiding players from fundamentals to high-performance with clarity and energy, I have 15 years teaching and playing basketball at youth and competitive levels. My passion for basketball drives a curriculum blending technical expertise, tactical insight, and a supportive, engaging approach.

Hi! My name is Liz, and I'm a multi-sport athlete with experience in dance, track and field, basketball, and soccer. I played four years of division II collegiate soccer and was recruited to play for the Chicago Stars in 2018. I continue to play recreational soccer in Chicago. I coached soccer during the summers of 2016-2018 at Camp Illahee and Camp High Rocks in North Carolina. My coaching approach is to inspire the player's individuality and support their love for the game.

"Liz was my coach for indoor soccer and she helped me practice controlled passes in confined spaces. She helped me with footwork and quick touches to score goals. I loved the games she came up with every practice.

Guiding players to unlock their best game, I combine disciplined technical coaching with creative play and a warm, supportive approach. I draw on several years of teaching soccer, specializing in skill development, tactical awareness, and fostering confidence on and off the pitch. I have also become a mentor for new coaches and sit on the board for Plainfield Soccer Association where I have helped grow a league to over 1000 kids.